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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Jubilee

by Margaret Walker

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1966

This novel follows the lives of enslaved people and their struggle for freedom during the Civil War.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

44/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Depictions of sexual violence and exploitation are present.

Violence / Gore70

Graphic violence, including beatings and warfare, is depicted.

Profanity / Language50

Profanity is used to reflect the harsh realities of the time.

Blasphemy20

Some instances of blasphemy occur in moments of despair.

Substance Use10

Mentions of hardship may allude to desperate acts.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Themes of despair and the desire for escape are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The historical context includes disturbing and frightening events.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical themes are not present in this novel.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical account.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on human resilience and justice.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Some religious figures may be portrayed with complexity or criticism.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Characters display immense courage in the face of oppression.

Faith & Hope20

Faith is a source of strength for some characters, but not central.

Love & Friendship70

Deep bonds of love and loyalty are shown amidst suffering.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of hope and the pursuit of freedom are present.

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